Science funding programs

State Government investment in science supports the development and diversification of Western Australia's economy and delivers a range of benefits for the State.

The department works collaboratively with a range of partners to support the delivery of science priorities in the State. This also includes managing State Government funding in a range of programs and projects.

Premier's Science Fellowship Program

Applications have now closed for the 2017 Round of the Premier's Science Fellowship Program. This round will provide funding support over four years to attract a leading researcher and a supporting early to mid-career researcher as a package to address an area of need in Western Australia related to human phenomics research and data analysis.

Science and Agribusiness Connect

The Science and Agribusiness Connect initiative aims to build the capability of Western Australia’s agricultural science sector by developing the State’s research excellence in agriculture; boosting the work readiness of students in agriculture; and fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in the sector.